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Top Rated Robot Vacuums

A cheap robot vacuum cleaner vacuum can keep your floors clean enough to cut down on the frequency of manual hoovering. Choose a robot vacuum that has good navigation, has the ability to clean stairs and corners, and that has large bins that only needs to be emptied periodically.

There are also models that can mop and charge on their own, a feature that may be essential for those who have pets or children. A lot of the top performers in our tests offer decent obstacle-avoiding capabilities.

1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO

The i3+ EVO is identical to its sibling i3 EVO. They differ only in that the i3+ comes with self-emptying capabilities. That makes the i3+ a good choice for people who want a hands-off, fully automated cleaning experience but don't mind taking the time to empty their robot's trash bin when it fills up.

Both robots are good at removing surface dirt on floors and carpets, and they can easily navigate around furniture and other obstacles. iAdapt navigation software creates smart maps of your home, which help the i3+ EVO navigate and clean in a way that maximizes efficiency. However, unlike the i7+ and other top-rated robots we test the i3+ doesn't have obstacle-avoidance capabilities which means it can get stuck on things like power cords or socks, and it may have trouble in navigating through transitions between surfaces, such as from hardwood to carpet.

iRobot suggests cleaning the area around the i3+ EVO vacuums before using it. This includes putting away any toys or other items it might encounter. It is also recommended to keep the dustbin and filters clear to avoid becoming clogged. When the i3+'s internal bin is full or its battery is low, it returns to its docking station and automatically emptying its debris into the station's dust bin and continues cleaning the area where it left off. The battery's lifespan is around an hour and a half of continuous use. It takes three hours to charge.

2. iRobot i7+ Roomba

The iRobot i7+ is an excellent model from iRobot's flagship line and comes with the latest technology. It's self-charging and self-navigating. -- the most important feature of all -- it comes with a self-emptying dustbin that eliminates one of the main sources of maintenance for any robot vacuum.

The Roomba i7+ can remember up to 10 floor plans and their names using Imprint smart robot vacuums Mapping, a system that lets it create maps of rooms so that it can clean them more efficiently. It also works with the iRobot Home app to let you schedule cleaning tasks and control your robot with voice or via the app.

In our tests the i7+ performed more agile and faster than our runner-up and the eufy RoboVac G30, and it picked up large pieces of pet hair from all surface types, including carpeting. Its biggest advantage over the eufy it self-empties its dust bin which eliminates a major source of maintenance and lowers recurring costs.

We were also impressed by the i7+'s compatibility Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant AI services which we used to instruct the robot to begin, stop or pause its cleaning session and move around the room and vacuum an area. The process of connecting the i7+ to these services was easy and straightforward through the iRobot Home app. We were able, once connected, to speak commands to the i7+ for example "Hey Alexa vacuum the master bedroom." The iRobot Home App also offers options to manage i7+ settings and evaluating the performance.

3. Dyson Cyclone V10

This tiny Dyson model is a sports car in a sea of vacuums with cords that feel like minivans and buses. It's powerful and has features to replace a stand-up vacuum in most households, but it also fits nicely on a coffee table or on the bookshelf, where you can wave it around like the magic device.

The V10 is powered by a 7-cell, energy-dense lithium-ion battery that produces fade-free power for 60 minutes. Its sophisticated whole-machine filtration system removes allergens, and then releases clean air back into your home. The specially designed head utilizes stiff nylon bristles that penetrate deep into carpets, and then pick up large crumbs or fine dust. It has three suction modes to suit the task that is being completed. It quickly switches from floor vac to handheld vacuum and back again.

The model comes with an attached dock that charges the Dyson to 100% in 3.5 hours. It also offers the ability to connect two attachments as well as a wand. This is a huge improvement over the older Dysons models, that require a long charge and are a pain to store.

The main drawback of the V10 is its limited run time. As CR's tests have shown, its claims to run up to 60 minutes are misleading. This is a typical battery-powered cordless vacuum's run time. It's enough time to vacuum a typical-sized home however, it's not enough time to reach every area. (A second time usually works). However, this model doesn't have its benefits It's lighter and more agile than older cordless Dysons and its vacuuming efficiency is better on low-pile carpet.

4. iRobot Roomba 694"

The 694 is a basic robotic vacuum that's a great choice for those who don't have lots of money to invest in the latest model of robot. It's capable of sucking up most types of debris and sizes during our tests, and frequently goes over the same areas multiple times to give a thorough clean. Its flat front side helps to get into corners and along the walls' edges which is a nice touch.

Its smart navigation system uses iAdapt to avoid obstacles and navigate your home, but it isn't equipped with the ability to map that comes with more sophisticated models such as our top choices such as the i3+ EVO and j7+ series. Because of this, it can sometimes get stuck on things like phone cords or furniture that isn't in good condition, and frequently runs out of battery power before making it back to its original location.

The Xiaomi Mi robot is superior in many ways to the Roomba 694, as it has fewer parts that require regular cleaning, is equipped with an allergen-trapping HEPA filtering system, has a lower cost of recurring costs and has more advanced automation abilities and is better able to move itself. It also has a larger dustbin and charges quicker.

The sleek RoboVac X8 has a superior battery longevity than the Roomba 694. It also has physical boundaries strips that can be controlled by the voice assistant on your smartphone. It also feels more sturdy and has a stronger motor, and works better on both bare floors and carpets with low pile, while providing a greater variety of automation features.

5. Samsung Jet Bot AI+

Samsung is a well-known brand in home electronics. It's not a surprise, then, that they are also among the top manufacturers of robot vacuums and mop. Their Jet Bot AI+ is loaded with cutting-edge onboard intelligence tech for navigation and obstacles avoidance.

The app provides plenty of options to personalize your robotic cleaner, including virtual barriers mopping water levels, behavior modification docking frequency settings and more. It's easy to understand and user-friendly, as is the case with other Samsung devices.

In our tests, the Jet Bot AI+ performed well on hard floors. It cleaned up 86 percent of dog hair (on carpet). It didn't do very well in avoiding taller items such as socks or cords. This was disappointing. It's also a bit more expensive than some of the other models we've tested, which might be a deal-breaker for some buyers.

The smart robot vacuum has an onboard camera that can be accessed through the app, and you can also set up a live stream from the robot's cleaning station. This feature lets you monitor your pets or kids when you're away from home. The filter and the dust bin can be cleaned to make cleanup quick and easy. The Jet Bot AI+ comes with an Automatic Floor Cleaning Machine clean station which helps keep the robot's bin clear and improves suction power.

6. Black & Decker Robot Vacuum

Black and Decker robots are designed specifically for hard flooring. The robots come with an extra-wide cleaning path and a dustbin that is 2X bigger than the competitors. This allows them to clean the area for longer. Plus, they include two side sweepers that clean along edges and in corners. The POWERSERIES model comes with AutoSense that automatically adjusts the power level depending on whether it's cleaning up surface dirt or embedded dirt. It also includes a smart application that lets you view the virtual map and control functions and schedules. You can also track the vacuum's status and send it to the dock for charging with the click of a button. The app lets you alter the LED lights on the top of the vacuum so that you can tell where it is focused or if it has gotten stuck.

The app also makes it easy to manually steer the robot if needed. My living room rug, for instance has a dark-colored border that could cause trouble for other robots. The HRV 425BL however, continued to move across the border without registering the high point. The ability to program a weekly cleaning schedule for each week is a time-saving advantage.